Growing New Hybrids Mix Phlox Garden Seeds
- Taxonomy: Phlox paniculata
- Other Names: Garden Phlox
- Seed Type: Perennial
- Sow Indoors: moist chill in fridge for 6 weeks, then 30 days at 65 degrees with light.
- Days to Maturity: 70 – 77 days
- Hardiness Zone: 4 – 8
- Planting Depth: surface sow
- Plant Spacing: 12 – 24”
- Growth Habit: 32 – 36” tall bushy upright with a 18 – 24” spread stemming in ¾” floret clusters
- Soil Preference:Organically rich, evenly moist, well-drained
- Light Preference: Full sun – partial shade
- Diseases/Pests/Troubleshooting: Although New Hybrids Mix phlox tolerates heat, it will not perform well in drought conditions or arid soil. Phlox can be susceptible to mold, root rot, and powdery mildew if not properly drained or ventilated, especially in humid gardens. Cut back spent flowers to encourage additional blooms.foliage, leaves, and blooms. Phlox is known to be susceptible to powdery mildew, phlox bugs, aphids, and spider mites.
- Color: Mix of shades including rose, fuchsia, lavender, and ivory